A horse racing trainer’s job is to ensure the well-being of the horses in their care and prepare them for racing.
We examine some of the top trainers in the UK, Ireland, and around the World in detail, analysing their notable wins, training history, current entries, and more.
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UK Flat Trainer
Here are the main UK flat horse racing trainers:
- Charlie Appleby
- William Haggas
- Thady Gosden
- Andrew Balding
- Roger Varian
- K. R. Burke
- Sir Michael Stoute
- Charlie & Mark Johnston
- Ralph Beckett
- Richard Hannon
- David O’Meara
- George Boughey
- Richard Fahey
- Tim Easterby
- Charles Hills
- Kevin Ryan
- Michael Appleby
- Simon & Ed Crisford
- Saeed bin Suroor
- William Muir & Chris Grassick
- Archie Watson
- Michael Dods
- Clive Cox
- John Quinn
- Ed Walker
- Hugo Palmer
- Owen Burrows
- Alan King
- Ian Williams
- David Evans
- Marco Botti
- Hughie Morrison
- Jim Goldie
- Mick Channon
- Keith Dalgleish
- Tony Carroll
- Kevin Philippart de Foy
- Harry & Roger Charlton
- Eve Johnson Houghton
Irish Flat Trainers
Here are the leading Irish flat horse racing trainers:
- A.P.O’Brien
- Joseph Patrick O’Brien
- G.M.Lyons
- Mrs John Harrington
- P. Twomey
- J.P. Murtagh
- D. K. Weld
- Donnacha Aidan O’Brien
- J. S. Bolger
- Adrian McGuinness
- W. McCreery
- Noel Meade
- K.J. Condon
- W.P. Mullins
- M.D. O’Callaghan
- M.Halford
Leading National Hunt Trainers in Britain
Here are the main UK national hunt horse racing trainers:
- Paul Nicholls
- Dan Skelton
- Fergal O’Brien
- Nicky Henderson
- Donald McCain
- David Pipe
- Gary Moore
- Ben Pauling
- Joe Tizzard
- Nigel Twiston-Davies
- Jonjo O’Neill
- Alan King
- Neil Mulholland
- Venetia Williams
- Olly Murphy
- Jamie Snowden
- Milton Harris
- Harry Fry
- Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
- Philip Hobbs
Leading National Hunt Trainers in Ireland
Here are the main Irish national hunt horse racing trainers:
- W.P. Mullins
- Gordon Elliott
- Henry de Bromhead
- Joseph Patrick O’Brien
- Gavin Cromwell
- Peter Fahey
- Noel Meade
- John Patrick Ryan
- A.J.Martin
- John Joseph Hanlon
- John C. McConnell
- C.Byrnes
- E. McNamara
- Emmet Mullins
- Eoin Christopher McCarthy
- Mrs John Harrington
- Barry Connell
- P.J. Rothwell
- Denis Gerard Hogan
What do Horse Racing Trainers Do?
Horse racing trainers are individuals (or partnerships) responsible for preparing horses for professional horse races.
This process involves creating a training program for each horse in their care, supervising and recommending a daily diet and exercise regimen and rest strategy. A trainer will also plan the best horses for the horse to target, in consultation with the owners.
A trainer will also hire a wider support team of staff, including vets, jockeys, farriers, grooms, and others, to assist with the care and preparation of the horses so they reach their maximum potential.
Popular Questions
How much do horse racing trainers make?
Successful horse racing trainers make a good amount of money as they charge for the following:
- Racehorse training fees daily
- Vet fees
- Staff overtime
- Approx 10% share of winning prize-money
- Approx 6% share of placed prize-money
- Sponsorship deals
New trainers can struggle or horses in bad form because owners can leave the stable and prize money is low.
What makes a good racehorse trainer?
A successful racehorse trainer must win races and prize money to make profit.
The most successful horse racing trainers are great business people who are good at the following:
- Supervising staff
- Planning strategy
- Maintaining relationships with owners
- Manage jockeys
- Grow relationships with racetrack officials
- Market their yard via social media
- Attract new investor for racehorse ownership
Summary of Horse Racing Trainers
Horse racing trainers are the people who are responsible for the training and well-being of racehorses.
In our guides, we look at the top British, Irish, and International horse racing trainers. We examine their training approach, past successes, ambitions, strike rate, and more.
Find out more now about your favourite horse racing trainer.
